A Day For A Canoe

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From Mayor’s Office:

Mayor Ganim and Director Rivera of the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center urge residents to prepare for a Nor’easter storm and any inclement weather that may cause damage in the City of Bridgeport.
“The City is prepared, and our Emergency Operations Center has been working closely with departments across Bridgeport as we monitor this storm. I’m asking residents to do the same,” stated Mayor Ganim. “Take the time now to prepare your home and your family, use caution throughout the weekend, and please don’t take unnecessary risks.”
Forecast
  • A wind advisory has been issued for our region from 2:00pm today through early Sunday morning.
  • A coastal flood warning has been issued for our region from 6:00pm this evening to 6:00pm Sunday evening.  Moderate coastal flooding is to be expected for the shoreline communities.
  • Rainfall is most likely between 2-3.5″ from midnight tonight through Monday and expected to only cause very minor river or stream flooding.
  • Wind guest of 45-55pm will move into the state this afternoon and continue through Sunday morning.  These winds combined with wet soil and foliage on trees will cause the possibility for a borderline minor to moderate impact for power outages.
  • Coastal flooding remains a concern from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.
City Service Closures
  • All Parks will close today at 4pm and remain closed through Sunday morning.
  • The Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course will be closed both Saturday and Sunday.
  • The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday.
  • The Bridgeport Public Library (all locations) will be closed on Saturday.
  • Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo will close at 12pm on Saturday through Sunday.
Are you prepared?
Be sure to charge all digital devices (phones, laptop) in the case of power outage.  Build a kit: food, water, medication and other supplies; such as batteries, flashlights, and battery powered radio, to support your needs. Check all medical equipment that is reliant on power and make sure you have a back-up battery or a plan to relocate safely if power is lost.
Secure all objects outside your home that may become projectiles or damaged by high winds and rain. ie; tents, grills, patio umbrellas and lounge sets, children’s play sets, plants, etc.
If you have a sump pump or generator, make sure they are operable. If using a generator, ensure it is not inside your home and is a safe distance away to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
 
  • In the event of an emergency, dial 911 immediately
  • All non-emergency calls can be made to 203-576-7671
  • Remember to always stay clear of any downed lines and report them to the Bridgeport Emergency Communications Center
  • Never drive over downed powerlines 
  • Treat any wires down as if they are energized and maintain a safe distance 
  • Pay close attention to the sky and weather conditions as they can change at a moment’s notice and seek immediate shelter if necessary 
  • If you have to be outside, be mindful during windy conditions of trees or tree limbs that have the potential to fall and cause serious injury
  • Flood Safety Tips and Resources
Water Pollution and Collection Authority (WPCA) – Flooding
City of Bridgeport and WPCA officials remind residents to remove any debris from curb lines and storm drains to minimize risk of flooding. In case of an issue, call Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) at 203-332-5550. Road crews and field technicians will be on-call to attend to flooding emergencies caused by the storm.
Bridgeport Police and Fire Department remind residents to NOT attempt to drive through any viaducts or areas that seem to be flooded.
United Illuminating (UI)
This weekend Nor’easter is expected to bring high winds which will cause downed trees, branches and utility lines. Do not touch any down utility lines. The Public Facilities Department and the United Illuminating (UI) Company will be notified of situations as they arise. If any residents suffer a loss of electric power, they may call the United Illuminating customer hotline at 855-784-3637. UI Online Outage Resource: https://www.uinet.com/support/outages-help
 
For the latest updates, resources, and information about this storm, residents are asked to check local t
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